Starbucks will offer delivery through its app, and a 'Starbucks for Life' contest

Starbucks said Thursday that it will offer a delivery option on its mobile app in select areas of the U.S. starting next year.

The company declined to provide more details, but has been pushing to get people to use its app as a way to build customer loyalty. It also previously said it plans to let customers across the country place orders ahead of time on their smartphone by next year, an option intended to get people in and out of stores quicker.

In addition, the chain will run a contest in December offering 10 lucky winners "Starbucks for Life" — although the prize is really just for 30 years. There weren't many details yet, but customers will be able to enter by using the Starbucks app or a loyalty card. Read more...